RFQ checklist: what suppliers need to quote quickly
STEP+PDF, quantities, finish, inspection, and logistics—clarity accelerates pricing.
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STEP+PDF, quantities, finish, inspection, and logistics—clarity accelerates pricing.
Explicit revision tables and ECO scope prevent wrong parts from shipping under old numbers.
Separate parts, protect finishes, align labels with revision and lot traceability.
Welding moves material; align datums and post-weld machining when precision must be recovered.
Pick finishes for corrosion, wear, and cosmetics; cite standards and watch dimensional build-up.
Volume, tooling NRE, and change frequency decide stamping vs CNC; hybrids are common.
Match anodize type to wear vs cosmetics; plan masking and dimensional stack for thick coatings.
Match deburr notes to sealing, safety, and cosmetic requirements—avoid vague hand-waving.
Clarify thread class, depth, and blind-hole drill depth to avoid scrap and rework.
Tool radius defines pocket corners; relax radii where possible to save cost and improve finish.